Our problems are only temporary; suicide is permanent. Do you have a child in crisis? You are not alone.
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With increased pressures & stress in the world today; it is not uncommon for life to have adverse affects on our children - particularly those with special needs. Adolescents have a plethora of issues and concerns they navigate on a daily basis...any of which could lead to suicidal thoughts.
Some of these factors are (but not limited to): medicinal side effects, social/peer pressure, divorce, a desire to "fit-in" or "be normal," loss of a friend, teen break-up, etc... The list of reasons for adolescent suicide (or even attempts) is undefinable given that adolescents is one of the most complex growth stages for the human body, mind & spirit.
What we do know is that teenage suicide is the 3rd leading cause of death for all adolescents. In fact, studies show that for every 4 out of 5 teen suicide attempts, there have been clear warning signs that have preceded (www.teensuicide.us).
Adolescent Resources for Suicide Hot line, Education, Prevention & Related Issues: SUICIDE PREVENTION HOT LINE: National Suicide Prevention Hot Line
If you, or someone you know, is in suicide crisis or emotional distress call: Lifeline Network someone will be there to take your call.
Adolescent Suicide Attempts:Three brochures for attempt survivors and their families developed by NAMI and now published by SAMHSA. One brochure is for consumers, one is for providers, and one is for families.
Marty was a student at a very large East Coast university-the type of place where it was easy for someone to get lost. Attendance was never taken, and no one noticed if a student stopped showing up in a class of 200 or 300 students. The residence assistants in Marty's dorms were graduate students. They cared about their students but had no systematic way of checking up on everyone. Marty started drifting from his friends. He was uncommunicative and withdrawn. He slept late and rarely left his room. When he did appear in the cafeteria or on the street, he looked more than a little frightened and unkempt. Everyone found it easier to avoid him than to confront him. Late one night, Marty tried to kill himself (SPRC, 2009).
Half of Us (www.halfofus.com) went around the country speaking to college students & video taping interviews pertaining to their transition experiences, how they are dealing with stress, what was most difficult & most helpful. How are they coping? Click here to see what they found...you can also share your experience or challenge with others.
With increased pressures & stress in the world today; it is not uncommon for life to have adverse affects on our children - particularly those with special needs. Adolescents have a plethora of issues and concerns they navigate on a daily basis...any of which could lead to suicidal thoughts.
Some of these factors are (but not limited to): medicinal side effects, social/peer pressure, divorce, a desire to "fit-in" or "be normal," loss of a friend, teen break-up, etc... The list of reasons for adolescent suicide (or even attempts) is undefinable given that adolescents is one of the most complex growth stages for the human body, mind & spirit.
What we do know is that teenage suicide is the 3rd leading cause of death for all adolescents. In fact, studies show that for every 4 out of 5 teen suicide attempts, there have been clear warning signs that have preceded (www.teensuicide.us).
Adolescent Resources for Suicide Hot line, Education, Prevention & Related Issues:
SUICIDE PREVENTION HOT LINE: National Suicide Prevention Hot Line
Adolescent Suicide Statistics:
Warning Signs and Risk Factors for Suicide
Adolescent Suicide Attempts:Three brochures for attempt survivors and their families developed by NAMI and now published by SAMHSA. One brochure is for consumers, one is for providers, and one is for families.
Suicide Prevention, Treatment Centers & Programs
- The Role of College Students & Suicide
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Marty was a student at a very large East Coast university-the type of place where it was easy for someone to get lost. Attendance was never taken, and no one noticed if a student stopped showing up in a class of 200 or 300 students. The residence assistants in Marty's dorms were graduate students. They cared about their students but had no systematic way of checking up on everyone. Marty started drifting from his friends. He was uncommunicative and withdrawn. He slept late and rarely left his room. When he did appear in the cafeteria or on the street, he looked more than a little frightened and unkempt. Everyone found it easier to avoid him than to confront him. Late one night, Marty tried to kill himself (SPRC, 2009).Related Issues:
Transition (particularly to college):
Adolescent Depression:
Adolescent Anxiety
Adolescent Alcohol/Substance Use/Abuse:
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